Ostracization
Ostracization, also called ostracism, refers to the practice or experience of excluding or banishing a person or group from social interaction and participation within a community. The term derives from the Greek ostrakizein, meaning to vote with potsherds (ostraka) used to banish individuals in ancient Athens, where a person could be exiled for ten years.
Ostracism can be enacted by individuals, groups, or institutions, and may be overt (direct rejection, gossip,
The experience and effects of ostracization are well documented in social psychology. It threatens belonging and
Coping and intervention strategies include seeking supportive relationships, engaging in meaningful activities, and reframing the experience.